According to Dr. Michael Greger, an American doctor and nutritionist, the liver is the body's main detoxifying organ, but this function depends greatly on a diet rich in natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. “Traditional herbs, if used properly, can support the liver to function more effectively, especially in the context that the liver has to process many toxins from food and the environment today,” he said.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) contains many flavonoids, essential oils and phenolic compounds, which are found to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and supportive effects on bile secretion. According to an overview published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, extracts from Mugwort have the ability to reduce oxidative stress in the liver, thereby helping liver cells fight against damage caused by alcohol, drugs and metabolic disorders.
Professor Hiroshi Sakurai, a pharmaceutical expert in Japan, said: "Artemisia species have long been used in Asia to support the liver and digestion. However, this effect only develops when used at low, short-term and targeted doses.
In fact, ambarella is often used in the form of soup, egg stir-fry, infusion, or light herbal tea. When in the body, the active ingredients in ambarella stimulate bile secretion, help the liver and bile function more rhythmically, and also support fat digestion. For people who are often tired, have indigestion or signs of mild liver fat, ambarella can be a supporting choice from food.
However, experts also warn against abuse. Mugwort contains strong essential oils, overuse or prolonged use can cause nerve irritation and digestive disorders. Pregnant women, people with severe liver disease, epilepsy or those taking medication should consult a doctor before using it regularly.
Nutrition experts recommend that, to detoxify the liver effectively, ambarella should only play the role of a supporting food, combined with a healthy diet, limiting alcohol, sleeping enough and exercising regularly. The liver does not need to be detoxified rapidly, but needs to be cared for sustainably every day, properly and scientifically.
